Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. (Image: News18)
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News1822-01-2026, 16:12

Siddaramaiah Govt May Move SC Over Governor’s Assembly Walkout

  • Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah is considering legal action against Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot for walking out of the state assembly without completing his address.
  • Governor Gehlot objected to parts of the speech mentioning the Centre 'repealing' the UPA-era MGNREGA scheme.
  • Siddaramaiah accused the Governor of acting unconstitutionally and as a 'puppet' of the Centre, violating Articles 176 and 163.
  • The CM stated the government would protest the Governor's conduct and explore options to approach the Supreme Court.
  • The opposition BJP, led by R Ashok, supported the Governor, alleging the Congress was using the issue for political messaging.

Why It Matters: Karnataka government considers Supreme Court action against Governor Gehlot for unconstitutional assembly walkout.

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